Open Books, one of only four poetry-only bookstores in the country, has successfully transitioned ownership and is re-invigorating its events calendar with readings, book launches, discussions, signings and a children’s story time every Sunday. This Friday, Oct. 28, a reading and discussion will kick off a planned series on the ins and outs of translation. All events will be right here in Wallingford, at 2414 N. 45th St.

The event, titled On Translation, will feature Alejandro de Acosta and Maged Zaher as they read from their recent translations and discuss the challenges of communicating the nuances and musical resonances of …